Abstract
We assessed a self-monitoring procedure to promote on-task behavior in classroom by two high functioning boys with autism spectrum and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders. A second aim of the study was to reduce stereotyped behaviors for both boys. Finally, a third goal was to verify the effects of the intervention on the participant's mood. The study was conducted according to a non concurrent multiple baseline design across participants. Results show an increase of on-task behavior and indices of happiness during the intervention phase. Moreover, the stereotyped behaviors decreased during intervention phase for both boys. Participants maintained their performance during the maintenance phase, which occurred a month after the end of the intervention. The effectiveness of the rehabilitation program was confirmed by 72 university students involved in a social validation assessment as raters. Psychological and practical implications of the findings are discussed.
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